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Allahabad High Court Denies Recall Application in Laxman v. State of U.P. Case

Allahabad High Court Denies Recall Application in Laxman v. State of U.P. Case

The decision also referenced a recent Supreme Court ruling in Vikram Bakshi v. R.P. Khosla, which reiterates the prohibi...

Allahabad High Court Denies Bail to Accused in Major Ganja Seizure Case

Allahabad High Court Denies Bail to Accused in Major Ganja Seizure Case

The court dismissed the relevance of Section 50 of the NDPS Act, which pertains to personal searches, noting its inappli...

Rajasthan High Court Upholds Family Pension Rights for Temporary Government Employees

Rajasthan High Court Upholds Family Pension Rights for Temporary Government Employees

The judgment underscores the judiciary's role in safeguarding the rights of employees and their families, affirming that...

Bombay High Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against Medical Officers in Negligence Case

Bombay High Court Quashes Criminal Proceedings Against Medical Officers in Negligence Case

The High Court, while analyzing the case, noted the absence of prior sanction under Section 197 CrPC, which rendered the...

 Karnataka High Court Rejects Bail Plea in Heinous Crime Case

Karnataka High Court Rejects Bail Plea in Heinous Crime Case

The court's decision hinged on several factors, including the severity of the crime, prima facie evidence, and the socie...

Gujarat High Court Upholds Recruitment Rules for Sub-Inspector Exams

Gujarat High Court Upholds Recruitment Rules for Sub-Inspector Exams

This judgment reaffirms the importance of adhering to the established recruitment criteria and provides clarity on the i...

Punjab & Haryana High Court Upholds Promotion of Sportspersons in Police Force

Punjab & Haryana High Court Upholds Promotion of Sportspersons in Police Force

This ruling reinforces the framework within which sportspersons in the Punjab Police can be promoted, ensuring that thei...

Delhi High Court Rules Against National Medical Commission's Withdrawal of Medical Seats

Delhi High Court Rules Against National Medical Commission's Withdrawal of Medical Seats

This ruling serves as a reminder of the judicial system's role in safeguarding educational standards and ensuring that d...

Madras High Court Waives Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce

Madras High Court Waives Mandatory Waiting Period for Mutual Consent Divorce

This landmark ruling underscores the judiciary's role in ensuring that legal provisions do not impede the rights and wel...

Will not proved genuine - Daughters have equal rights under Hindu Succession Act

Will not proved genuine - Daughters have equal rights under Hindu Succession Act

This judgment is a landmark affirmation of gender equality in inheritance rights, reinforcing the legislative intent beh...

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Against AAP Media Coordinator After Amicable Settlement

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Against AAP Media Coordinator After Amicable Settlement

This judgment underscores the judiciary's emphasis on resolving disputes amicably when possible, especially in cases whe...

Delhi High Court Awards Rs. 5 Lakh in Defamation Case Against Social Media User

Delhi High Court Awards Rs. 5 Lakh in Defamation Case Against Social Media User

The court cited prior judgments to determine appropriate compensation, including a recent case where general compensator...

Gujarat High Court Vacates Stay on Auction of Commercial Shops in Residential Scheme

Gujarat High Court Vacates Stay on Auction of Commercial Shops in Residential Scheme

The ruling underscores the importance of adhering to established policies and permissions in housing schemes. It also hi...

Rajasthan High Court Recognizes BE/B.Tech and CCC Certificates as Equivalent to RS-CIT for Recruitment

Rajasthan High Court Recognizes BE/B.Tech and CCC Certificates as Equivalent to RS-CIT for Recruitment

The respondents, represented by Mr. Sandeep Maheshwari and others, had complied with previous court directives to evalua...

Chhattisgarh High Court Upholds Divorce Decree on Grounds of Cruelty and Desertion

Chhattisgarh High Court Upholds Divorce Decree on Grounds of Cruelty and Desertion

The Chhattisgarh High Court's decision underscores the legal recognition of emotional and mental well-being in marital r...

Jharkhand High Court Upholds SEIAA's Decision to Deny Environmental Clearance in Eco-Sensitive Zone

Jharkhand High Court Upholds SEIAA's Decision to Deny Environmental Clearance in Eco-Sensitive Zone

The judgment serves as a reminder of the judiciary's role in balancing development with environmental conservation, ensu...

Karnataka High Court Upholds Trial Against Althaf Moosa for Provocative Audio Clip During COVID-19

Karnataka High Court Upholds Trial Against Althaf Moosa for Provocative Audio Clip During COVID-19

The judgment underscores the gravity of the allegations, particularly in the context of the pandemic's initial phase, an...

Delhi High Court Rejects Bias Allegations, Dismisses Case Transfer Petition

Delhi High Court Rejects Bias Allegations, Dismisses Case Transfer Petition

The Court further noted that the petitioner's failure to formally address the alleged scheduling issue before the trial ...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Rectifies Recruitment Error for Drawing Master Post

Himachal Pradesh High Court Rectifies Recruitment Error for Drawing Master Post

The petitioner was initially overlooked in favor of a less meritorious candidate who secured more marks due to the erron...

Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition for Summoning Additional Accused in Child Abuse Case

Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition for Summoning Additional Accused in Child Abuse Case

The court noted that the power to summon additional accused under Section 319 CrPC is discretionary and should be exerci...

Madhya Pradesh High Court Sets Aside Single Bench's Judgment in Public Service Examination Dispute

Madhya Pradesh High Court Sets Aside Single Bench's Judgment in Public Service Examination Dispute

This judgment reinforces the limited role of judicial review in examination-related disputes, underscoring the need for ...

Delhi High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Mohd Kamran in Alleged Extortion Case

Delhi High Court Grants Anticipatory Bail to Mohd Kamran in Alleged Extortion Case

The judgment also touched on the wider implications of Kamran's involvement in public interest litigations, suggesting a...

Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders Regularization of Long-Term Contractual Computer Operators

Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders Regularization of Long-Term Contractual Computer Operators

The decision has been hailed as a significant step towards ensuring fairness and equity in employment practices within g...

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption Claim for Mingled Gingelly Seeds

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption Claim for Mingled Gingelly Seeds

In conclusion, the High Court confirmed the orders passed by both the assessing authority and the Sales Tax Appellate Tr...

Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Protection for Public Servants Under Section 197 CrPC

Madhya Pradesh High Court Upholds Protection for Public Servants Under Section 197 CrPC

The dismissal of Dr. Pandey's appeal reinforces the principle that public servants, when acting within the scope of thei...

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption for Bakery Products Sold by Restaurants

Madras High Court Upholds Rejection of Tax Exemption for Bakery Products Sold by Restaurants

The judgment emphasizes the importance of adhering to the specific language of statutory provisions and reaffirms the pr...

Delhi High Court Upholds Enforcement of ICC Foreign Arbitral Awards in Shareholding Dispute of ITEL

Delhi High Court Upholds Enforcement of ICC Foreign Arbitral Awards in Shareholding Dispute of ITEL

The Delhi High Court extensively analyzed the SHA, the arbitration clause, the concept of assigns and nominees bound by ...

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Against Sister-in-law in Matrimonial Cruelty Case

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Against Sister-in-law in Matrimonial Cruelty Case

The court's decision to quash the FIR against Rasne was made to prevent the abuse of the legal process and to uphold jus...

Madras High Court Denies Habeas Corpus Petitions for Missing Persons

Madras High Court Denies Habeas Corpus Petitions for Missing Persons

The court directed the police to pursue ongoing investigations in the cases of the missing individuals and mandated that...

Rajasthan High Court Quashes Suspension of Municipal Board Chairman; Calls for Expedited Judicial Inquiry

Rajasthan High Court Quashes Suspension of Municipal Board Chairman; Calls for Expedited Judicial Inquiry

In its judgment, the court directed the respondents to conduct a swift judicial inquiry into the allegations against Bha...

Allahabad High Court Dismisses Appeal Against Contempt Petition Dismissal

Allahabad High Court Dismisses Appeal Against Contempt Petition Dismissal

The appellant, Alok Kumar Yadav, had challenged an order dated July 30, 2025, passed by a learned Single Judge, which di...

Kerala High Court Denies Pre-Arrest Bail in Government Funds Misappropriation Case

Kerala High Court Denies Pre-Arrest Bail in Government Funds Misappropriation Case

This decision marks a stringent stance against corruption, reinforcing the judiciary's commitment to ensuring accountabi...

Patna High Court Rejects Bail Plea in NDPS Act Case Involving Commercial Quantity of Codeine-Infused Cough Syrup

Patna High Court Rejects Bail Plea in NDPS Act Case Involving Commercial Quantity of Codeine-Infused Cough Syrup

The Court also addressed the petitioner's claim of non-compliance with procedural safeguards under Section 42 of the NDP...

Madras High Court Overturns POCSO Conviction Based on Unsubstantiated Evidence

Madras High Court Overturns POCSO Conviction Based on Unsubstantiated Evidence

The decision to overturn the conviction not only liberates the appellant but also prompts a reevaluation of investigativ...

Kerala High Court Expands Definition of "Public Place" Under Motor Vehicles Act

Kerala High Court Expands Definition of "Public Place" Under Motor Vehicles Act

However, the High Court, presided by Justice Shoba Annamma Eapen, overturned this decision, asserting that the definitio...

Delhi High Court Grants Ex-Parte Injunction Against Unauthorized Deepfake Content

Delhi High Court Grants Ex-Parte Injunction Against Unauthorized Deepfake Content

The court's decision marks a critical step in safeguarding individual rights in the digital age, particularly concerning...